West Wing Actor Joshua Malina's Wife Files for Divorce
After Nearly 28 Years of Marriage, Merwin Files for Divorce
In a shocking turn of events, actor Joshua Malina's wife, Melissa Merwin, has filed for divorce after nearly 28 years of marriage. The filing was made on August 2, 2023, according to court documents obtained by Closer Weekly.
Details of the Divorce
According to the divorce petition filed by Merwin, 61, the couple has been separated since June 2022. They have one child together, a daughter named Isolde, who is now 19 years old.
The petition states that the marriage is "irretrievably broken" and that there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation. Merwin is seeking joint custody of Isolde and spousal support from Malina, 58.
Malina's Response
Malina has not yet publicly commented on the divorce filing. However, a source close to the actor told Closer Weekly that he is "deeply saddened" by the news.
"They had their ups and downs over the years, but they always seemed to work through them," the source said. "This is a very difficult time for Joshua and his family."
About Joshua Malina and Melissa Merwin
Joshua Malina is best known for his role as Will Bailey in the NBC drama series "The West Wing." He has also appeared in numerous other television and film roles, including "Sports Night," "Scandal," and "The Big Bang Theory."
Melissa Merwin is a former actress and casting director. She met Malina in 1994 while they were both working on a play in Los Angeles. They married two years later.
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